ETHYLHEXYL PALMITATE

Functions: Emollient, Perfuming

Restricted in some regions

Description

Ethylhexyl Palmitate, also called Octyl Palmitate, is a clear, colorless, practically odorless liquid. Cetyl Palmitate is a white, crystalline, wax-like substance. Isopropyl Palmitate is a colorless, almost odorless, liquid. In cosmetics and personal care products, the Palmitates are used in a wide spectrum of products.

References

• EC (Environment Canada). 2008. Domestic Substances List Categorization. Canadian Environmental Protection Act (CEPA) Environmental Registry.
• NLM (National Library of Medicine). 2012. PubMed online scientific bibliography data. http://www.pubmed.gov.